UQM Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of power-dense, high-efficiency electric motors, generators, and power electronic controllers for the automotive, commercial truck, bus, marine, and military markets, has congratulated Chip Yates on setting two new electric-powered airplane-related Guinness World Records at the Capital Air Show earlier this month. The all-electric plane he used for his record setting performance features a UQM PowerPhase® motor and controller to facilitate powerful and efficient fuel-free flight.
“Yates has taken electric-powered transportation to new heights with his latest round of records,” said Eric R. Ridenour, President and Chief Executive Officer of UQM Technologies, Inc. “Unlike internal-combustion engines, the power output of our electric motor is not affected by altitude, providing steady and consistent power.”
During his performance at the air show, Yates climbed to 500 meters in only 62.58 seconds from a complete stop, setting a Guinness World Record for speed of climb to altitude in an electric plane. He also flew the aircraft at record speeds over a one kilometer course averaging two passes, one from each direction, reaching 220.9 mph on the first pass and 212.9 mph on the second. The average of the two passes represents a Guinness World record of 216.9.
“We’re extremely excited by all these world records and their implications for potential commercial and military applications of electric vehicle technology,” said Yates. This makes a total of 16 electric vehicle world records achieved by Yates and his team.
UQM Technologies offers a range of production-validated electric motors and controllers in addition to being able to meet the needs of custom, small-volume projects. All UQM systems offer high efficiency with power-dense motors and advanced controllers.
For further information, please visit www.uqm.com
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